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Whether you tune in for Sunday night dramas, Wednesday science night, 24/7 educational kids programming, or exploration of local news and history, there is something for everyone. Detroit PBS is notably active in the community producing local programs that showcase arts, culture, news analysis and physical activity; and outreach campaigns that use the power of media to provide knowledge and understanding.

Local Black church leaders discuss the challenges and opportunities ahead in 2025 | ABJ Full Episode
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Local Black church leaders discuss the challenges and opportunities ahead in 2025 | ABJ Full Episode
What Happens When...
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What Happens When...
Joy: Christmas with the Tabernacle Choir STREAMING NOW
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Joy: Christmas with the Tabernacle Choir STREAMING NOW
December 16-31, 2024 Birthday Buddies PBS Kids
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December 16-31, 2024 Birthday Buddies PBS Kids
Charles H. Wright Museum celebrates Kwanzaa 2024 with multi-day slate of events and activities
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Charles H. Wright Museum celebrates Kwanzaa 2024 with multi-day slate of events and activities
Detroit Public Theatre’s 2nd annual Holiday Cabaret puts modern twist on classic performance
9:47
Detroit Public Theatre’s 2nd annual Holiday Cabaret puts modern twist on classic performance
Detroit Public Theatre’s Holiday Cabaret, Kwanzaa 2024 at The Wright Museum | ABJ Full Episode
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Detroit Public Theatre’s Holiday Cabaret, Kwanzaa 2024 at The Wright Museum | ABJ Full Episode
Detroit City of Chefs - TONIGHT on Detroit PBS
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Detroit City of Chefs - TONIGHT on Detroit PBS
Multicultural | Detroit Performs Full Episode
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Multicultural | Detroit Performs Full Episode
‘Healthy and Resilient Communities’ program tackles a lack of healthy food options in Detroit
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‘Healthy and Resilient Communities’ program tackles a lack of healthy food options in Detroit
Black Family Development celebrates 46 years of serving Detroit’s African American community
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Black Family Development celebrates 46 years of serving Detroit’s African American community
Black Family Development 46th anniversary, ‘Healthy and Resilient Communities’ | ABJ Full Episode
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Black Family Development 46th anniversary, ‘Healthy and Resilient Communities’ | ABJ Full Episode
Dance | Detroit Performs Full Episode
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Dance | Detroit Performs Full Episode
Acoustic Performances | Detroit Performs Full Episode
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Acoustic Performances | Detroit Performs Full Episode
December 1-15, 2024 Birthday Buddies PBS Kids
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December 1-15, 2024 Birthday Buddies PBS Kids
Lucy Worsley's Holmes vs Doyle
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Lucy Worsley's Holmes vs Doyle
Church of the Messiah Detroit celebrates 150th anniversary with ‘The Audacity of Faith’ event
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Church of the Messiah Detroit celebrates 150th anniversary with ‘The Audacity of Faith’ event
The Black church’s role in healing, advocacy in the aftermath of the 2024 election
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The Black church’s role in healing, advocacy in the aftermath of the 2024 election
Youth | Detroit Performs Full Episode
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Youth | Detroit Performs Full Episode
Pope Francis Center, Detroit Phoenix Center talk efforts to end homelessness in Detroit
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Pope Francis Center, Detroit Phoenix Center talk efforts to end homelessness in Detroit
Michigan Supreme Court Justice Kyra Harris Bolden, youngest justice in court’s history
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Michigan Supreme Court Justice Kyra Harris Bolden, youngest justice in court’s history
Michigan Supreme Court Justice Kyra Harris Bolden, Homelessness Awareness Month | ABJ Full Episode
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Michigan Supreme Court Justice Kyra Harris Bolden, Homelessness Awareness Month | ABJ Full Episode
Traverse City | Under the Radar Michigan Full Episode
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Traverse City | Under the Radar Michigan Full Episode
Absopure Stage, Carmen Lundy, Mimi Fox Jazz Guitar Organ Trio | Detroit Performs Full Episode
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Absopure Stage, Carmen Lundy, Mimi Fox Jazz Guitar Organ Trio | Detroit Performs Full Episode
Exploring the Great Lakes and Beyond | 2024 Lookback | Detroit PBS
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Exploring the Great Lakes and Beyond | 2024 Lookback | Detroit PBS
A Cradle to Career Approach | 2024 Lookback | Detroit PBS
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A Cradle to Career Approach | 2024 Lookback | Detroit PBS
Telling Our Stories | 2024 Lookback | Detroit PBS
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Telling Our Stories | 2024 Lookback | Detroit PBS
Celebrating Detroit’s Arts & Culture | 2024 Lookback | Detroit PBS
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Celebrating Detroit’s Arts & Culture | 2024 Lookback | Detroit PBS
Brightmoor: Triumphs and Challenges
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Brightmoor: Triumphs and Challenges
Ken Burns - Leonardo da Vinci on Detroit PBS
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Ken Burns - Leonardo da Vinci on Detroit PBS